The Gift of Life From An Organ Donor

The Gift of Life From An Organ Donor

February 14th is widely known as Valentine’s day.  But did you know it is also National Donor Day?  According to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, one organ donor can save up to 8 lives, and can also enhance the lives of many others through tissue...
Senior safety tips

Senior safety tips

When seniors have an injury, the consequences might be more serious because of their weakened body.  For a younger person, a fall can be brushed off.  However, for a senior, a simple trip and fall can lead to bone fractures, head trauma, and other injuries.  As a...
The Inevitable Question

The Inevitable Question

What will happen when Mom or Dad can no longer take care of themselves? The inevitable is going to happen.  One day, you will come face-to-face with the decision to take care of your parents.  The question is not “if” you will take care of them; it will be “how.”...
The Throes of Hiring a Caregiver by Word-of-Mouth

The Throes of Hiring a Caregiver by Word-of-Mouth

The most influential type of advertising is through word-of-mouth, but is it always the most trustworthy?  As well-intentioned as your friend or family member may be, their recommendation may not be based on all the facts.  To the extent that they know a caregiver’s...